Applying distributive property with a negative one to solve the multi step equation

The video tutorial demonstrates how to solve a multi-step equation with three variables. It begins by simplifying the equation, removing parentheses, and combining like terms. The instructor explains the process of rewriting the equation to make it easier to solve. Finally, the solution is reached by isolating the variable and performing basic arithmetic operations. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the steps taken to solve the equation.

What is the first step in solving a multi-step equation with multiple variables?

• Get rid of parentheses

• Multiply all terms by zero

• Divide by the largest coefficient

• Add all constants together

How can subtracting an entire expression be simplified?

• By ignoring the expression

• By multiplying by a negative

• By dividing by two

• By adding the expression

What operation is performed to combine like terms in an equation?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication

After combining like terms, what is the next step to solve for the variable?

• Multiply both sides by zero

• Add or subtract constants to isolate the variable

• Divide by the variable

• Add all terms together

What is the solution to the equation 2X - 8 = 0?

• X = 0

• X = 4

• X = -4

• X = 8